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Lyndon is a suburban community in Jefferson County, Kentucky, situated within the Louisville metropolitan area. As part of Jefferson County, Lyndon renters are subject to both Kentucky state law and, importantly, the Kentucky Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (URLTA), which Louisville-Jefferson County has adopted. This means Lyndon tenants generally enjoy the stronger statutory protections the URLTA provides, including rules on security deposits, habitability, notice periods, and anti-retaliation — all grounded in KRS Chapter 383.
The questions Lyndon renters most commonly ask involve whether rent can be raised without limit (it can, under current law), how quickly a landlord must return a security deposit, and what steps a landlord must take before an eviction. This page answers those questions with specific citations to the statutes that apply to you. Because Lyndon sits inside Louisville Metro, Jefferson County's housing code enforcement also provides an additional layer of protection for renters dealing with unsafe conditions.
This page is for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Tenant rights law can change, and individual circumstances vary. If you face an eviction or a serious dispute with your landlord, contact a licensed Kentucky attorney or one of the legal aid organizations listed below.
Lyndon has no rent control, and neither does any other city in Kentucky. Kentucky state law does not authorize municipalities to enact rent control or rent stabilization ordinances. There is no statewide rent control statute, and the Kentucky Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (KRS Chapter 383) contains no cap on the amount a landlord may charge or increase for rent.
In practical terms, this means a landlord in Lyndon may raise your rent by any amount at the end of a lease term or, for a month-to-month tenancy, with at least 30 days' written notice before the next rental period begins (KRS § 383.695). There is no requirement that the increase be limited to a percentage tied to inflation or any other index. Renters should carefully review lease renewal terms and build in time to evaluate their options before a lease expires.
Because no local ordinance supplements state law on this issue, the only practical protection against rent increases is negotiating your lease terms in writing and understanding when proper notice has or has not been given.
Because Lyndon is located within Louisville-Jefferson County — a jurisdiction that has adopted the Kentucky Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act — KRS Chapter 383 applies in full to most Lyndon residential tenancies. Below are the primary protections available to Lyndon renters.
Habitability and Repairs (KRS § 383.595): Landlords must maintain rental units in a condition that is fit for human habitation. This includes keeping the premises structurally safe, ensuring working plumbing, heating, and electrical systems, and complying with applicable housing codes. If a landlord fails to make a necessary repair after receiving written notice, a tenant may, under certain conditions, terminate the lease or pursue other remedies outlined in KRS § 383.635.
Security Deposits (KRS § 383.580): Landlords must hold security deposits in a separate account or post a bond. Upon termination of the tenancy, the landlord has 30 days to return the deposit along with an itemized written statement of any deductions. Wrongful withholding of the deposit can expose the landlord to liability for double the amount wrongfully withheld.
Notice to Terminate (KRS § 383.695): To end a month-to-month tenancy, either party must give at least 30 days' written notice before the periodic rental date. A landlord who skips this step cannot proceed with an eviction based solely on nonrenewal.
Anti-Retaliation (KRS § 383.705): Landlords are prohibited from retaliating against tenants who report housing code violations, complain to a government agency, or exercise any right under the URLTA. Prohibited retaliatory acts include increasing rent, decreasing services, or attempting to evict a tenant within a period where retaliation is presumed by law. A tenant subjected to retaliation may recover actual damages, attorney fees, and court costs.
Lockout and Utility Shutoff Prohibition (KRS § 383.655): A landlord may not remove a tenant or exclude them from the dwelling by any means other than a court order. Changing locks, removing doors or windows, or deliberately cutting off utilities to force a tenant out are illegal self-help eviction tactics under Kentucky law. Tenants who experience this conduct may seek immediate legal relief.
Under KRS § 383.580, which applies to Lyndon tenancies because Jefferson County has adopted the URLTA, landlords must follow specific rules when collecting and returning security deposits.
No statutory cap: Kentucky law does not limit the amount a landlord may collect as a security deposit. The amount is set by the lease agreement.
Separate account requirement: Landlords must hold the security deposit in a federally insured interest-bearing account separate from personal funds, or alternatively post a bond. The landlord must disclose the name and address of the institution holding the deposit (KRS § 383.580(1)).
30-day return deadline: After a tenancy ends and the tenant vacates the unit, the landlord has 30 days to either return the full deposit or provide the tenant with a written, itemized statement explaining any deductions and the balance being returned (KRS § 383.580(2)).
Penalty for wrongful withholding: If a landlord fails to return the deposit or provide the required statement within 30 days without justification, the tenant may recover double the amount wrongfully withheld, plus reasonable attorney fees (KRS § 383.580(6)). To protect this right, tenants should document the condition of the unit at move-in and move-out with dated photographs and written records, and provide the landlord with a forwarding address in writing.
In Lyndon and throughout Jefferson County, evictions are governed by the Kentucky Uniform Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (KRS Chapter 383) and the Kentucky Rules of Civil Procedure. A landlord must follow every step of the legal process before a tenant can be removed from a rental unit.
Step 1 — Written Notice: Before filing in court, the landlord must serve the tenant with the appropriate written notice. For nonpayment of rent, the landlord must give at least 7 days' written notice to pay or vacate (KRS § 383.660). For a lease violation other than nonpayment, the landlord must give 14 days' notice to remedy the violation or 30 days' notice if the violation is not remediable (KRS § 383.660). To terminate a month-to-month tenancy without cause, 30 days' written notice is required (KRS § 383.695).
Step 2 — Filing in District Court: If the tenant does not cure the violation or vacate by the deadline, the landlord may file a forcible detainer (eviction) complaint in Jefferson District Court. The tenant will be served with a court summons and given the opportunity to appear and contest the eviction.
Step 3 — Court Hearing: Both parties appear before the judge. A tenant may raise defenses such as the landlord's failure to maintain habitable conditions, improper notice, or retaliation. If the court rules for the landlord, it will issue a judgment of possession.
Step 4 — Writ of Possession: If the tenant does not leave voluntarily after judgment, the landlord may request a writ of possession. Only a law enforcement officer may carry out the physical removal of a tenant (KRS § 383.655).
Self-Help Eviction is Illegal: A landlord who changes the locks, removes the tenant's belongings, shuts off utilities, or otherwise attempts to remove a tenant without a court order is committing an unlawful self-help eviction under KRS § 383.655. Tenants who experience this conduct have the right to seek immediate relief in court and may be entitled to damages.
The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Tenant rights laws in Kentucky, Jefferson County, and the Louisville metropolitan area can change, and the application of any law depends on the specific facts of your situation. Nothing on this page creates an attorney-client relationship. If you are facing an eviction, a security deposit dispute, or any other housing legal matter, you should consult a licensed Kentucky attorney or contact one of the legal aid organizations listed above to get advice tailored to your circumstances.
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